Meleneta
Smith, 1908
Species Guides
1Meleneta is a of in the Noctuidae, Pantheinae. The genus was established by J.B. Smith in 1908 and contains at least one described , Meleneta antennata. The genus belongs to the diverse owlet moth family, which includes many species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Meleneta: /məˈlɛ.nə.tə/
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Identification
As a or -poor , Meleneta species may be distinguished from related Pantheinae genera by antennal characteristics; the type species epithet "antennata" suggests are a diagnostic feature.
Distribution
The type Meleneta antennata was described from North America. The is presumably Nearctic in distribution based on the type locality of its described species.
Similar Taxa
- Pantheinae generaOther in the Pantheinae share similar body plans and habits; Meleneta may be distinguished by antennal and genitalic characters.